This 1950 Oldsmobile Rocket 88 club coupe is finished in blue over blue upholstery and is powered by a refurbished 324ci V8 from a 1955 Oldsmobile mated to a factory-optioned Cadillac-LaSalle three-speed manual transmission. The car spent time in Southern California and was repainted under previous ownership before the seller’s acquisition in 2016. Under current ownership, the factory 303ci V8 was replaced, a new exhaust system was installed, and the electrical system was converted to 12 volts.
This 1950 Oldsmobile Rocket 88 club coupe is finished in blue over blue upholstery and is powered by a refurbished 324ci V8 from a 1955 Oldsmobile mated to a factory-optioned Cadillac-LaSalle three-speed manual transmission. The car spent time in Southern California and was repainted under previous ownership before the seller’s acquisition in 2016. Under current ownership, the factory 303ci V8 was replaced, a new exhaust system was installed, and the electrical system was converted to 12 volts.
This Club Coupe was factory painted in Crest Blue (14) and was repainted under previous ownership. Features include a body-color exterior sun-visor, a radio antenna, chrome bumpers and trim, and dual exhaust outlets.
Red-painted 15″ steel wheels wear polished hubcaps as well as 235/75 Sigma Tempest whitewall tires. Stopping power is provided by four-wheel drum brakes.
The cabin features seating upholstered in blue vinyl accompanied by a matching dashboard, door panels, and carpeting. Chrome accents the door panels and dash, and additional amenities include a center arm rest in the front bench seat, a heater, a dash-mounted clock, a locking glovebox, and an AM radio.
A three-spoke steering wheel fronts a 110-mph speedometer with integrated auxiliary gauges for amperage, fuel level, coolant temperature, and oil pressure. The five-digit mechanical odometer shows 1k miles. The total mileage is unknown.
A refurbished 324ci V8 from a 1955 Oldsmobile was installed under current ownership and is mated to a factory-optioned three-speed Cadillac-LaSalle manual transmission. The electrical system has been converted to 12 volts and a replacement exhaust system has been fitted. The factory engine is included in the sale.
A chassis parts book and two keys are included in the sale.